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Care for our Natural Resources

 "Past, Present and Future of Conservation Districts"
Our History
Our Mission
Soil and Water Districts began in 1935 when the U.S. was in the middle of the worst man made ecological disaster - The Dust Bowl.  
The Wood SWCD was chartered in 1949. 
Dedicated to the care of the environment through responsible land and water policies, conservation practices, development, oversight and environmental education.
Our Vision
To be recognized as the lead Wood County Agency providing innovative tools to protect natural resources and enhance the quality of life for present and future generations.

The Latest Conservation News.
Click here for current and archived district newsletters and to
​subscribe to the receive the current e-newsletter, 'Eye on Conservation.'
Follow Wood Soil & Water Conservation District on Facebook.

Ohio Department of Agriculture Internships

​The Ohio Department of Agriculture is currently accepting applications for the following College Intern positions. These internships will be a 12-week PAID position. Students will work closely with ODA and SWCD staff to gain knowledge of conservation practices and programs across Ohio.
Application deadlines - Febr​uary 28, 2023

Current Event & Programs 

2023 Tree Seedling Sale 
January - March 1

Tree Topics Workshop 
February 16, 2023

2023 Fingerling Fish Sale 
January - April 17, 2023

Pond Clinic
April 12, 2023

From the Farm

    BGSU - Beneficial Reuse of Dredge Material

2023 Poster Contest
Click here for contest rules and guidelines as well as watershed curriculum resources. 

Manure BMPs

 The Ohio Department of Agriculture Division of Soil and Water Conservation would like to remind producers and nutrient applicators of laws and restrictions on manure application. Read more...

Tools to reach you. 

Serving your Natural Resource Conservation Needs

The Wood Soil and Water Conservation District strives to meet the conservation needs of Wood County residents.
Visit the district office.
Stop by to visit the staff to have questions answered, purchase conservation supplies, technical assistance, and for general natural resource guidance. 
Follow us on social media.
Social media is an inexpensive, quick way to reach the public with upcoming events, programs, concerns, and hot topics.
Join us at district sponsored events.
The Wood SWCD hosts conservation minded events throughout the year for all ages, rural and suburban landowners, and educators and conservationists. 
Contact Us
419-354-5517 #4
wcswcd@woodswcd.com
Business Hours
Monday - Friday
7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
The Wood Soil and Water Conservation District Board of Supervisors holds the regular monthly meetings the third Friday of each month at 8:00 a.m. at the district  office.  The meetings are open to the public. 

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